Charleston and the Golden Age of Piracy

by Christopher Byrd Downey

Book Overview

From its earliest days, Charleston was a vital port of call and center of trade, which left it vulnerable to seafaring criminals.

The Golden Age of Piracy, encompassing roughly the first quarter of the eighteenth century, produced some of the most outrageous characters in maritime history. The daring exploits of these infamous plunderers made thievery widespread along Charleston's waterfront, but determined citizens would meet...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1609499239
• ISBN13: 9781609499235
• Release Date: April 2013
• Publisher: History Press
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"